What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician - Specialty Pharmacy Operations (Wage) position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The successful incumbent would preferably be available to work the evening shift (12:00pm - 8:30pm), as well as rotating Saturdays. Final shift assignments are made at the discretion and approval of the hiring manager.
Now is your moment to join UVA Health's Specialty Pharmacy team-where precision, compassion, and coordination define every patient interaction.
About the Department
Located at 1725 Discovery Dr., Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22911, UVA Specialty Pharmacy supports patients with complex and chronic conditions including cancer, HIV, cystic fibrosis, multiple sclerosis, and transplant-related therapies.
What We Do
Our pharmacy technicians work alongside clinical pharmacists to:
- Coordinate prior authorizations and insurance approvals
- Secure financial assistance and copay support
- Manage refill reminders and patient outreach
- Facilitate free home delivery
Why Join Us
- Be part of a high-touch, patient-centered pharmacy team
- Support therapies that require advanced coordination and care
- Help patients access life-changing medications with confidence
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- Experience: No experience required.
- Licensure/Certifications: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy within 2 years of hire required. Must register as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee upon hire with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Persons enrolled in a pharmacy technician training program must obtain a pharmacy technician trainee registration if they will be performing the duties of a pharmacy technician.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience
- Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required. CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Onboarding Requirements:
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
Position Compensation Range: $19.49 - $30.21 HourlyUVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $19 - $30
